1962 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2000 TVR Speed 12

To start off, 2000 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 1135 kg more than 2000 TVR Speed 12.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Cadillac Sixty. (582 Nm). This means 2000 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Cadillac Sixty.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Cadillac Sixty 2000 TVR Speed 12
Make Cadillac TVR
Model Sixty Speed 12
Year Released 1962 2000
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 6388 cc 7730 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 790 HP
Torque 582 Nm 881 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2135 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1110 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 57 L


 

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